Lithuanian police to join European police records index system

Lithuanian police are set to join the European Police Register Index System (EPRIS), a move aimed at strengthening international cooperation and the fight against crime. This integration aligns with the implementation of the European Union's (EU) PRUM II regulation.

The decision to connect to EPRIS will enable more efficient data exchange among EU member states. This enhanced communication is expected to ensure a quicker response to both national and international criminal activities, according to a statement from the Police Department.

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This decision will create conditions for more effective data exchange between EU member states and ensure a faster response to criminal offenses of national and international scope.

The EPRIS system's implementation is part of a project funded by the Internal Security Fund's 2021-2027 program. Titled "Implementation of Automatic Exchange of Police Records (EPRIS)," the project is being carried out by the Police Department in collaboration with the Lithuanian Criminal Police Bureau and the Informatics and Communications Department. The initiative will establish and deploy a national EPRIS infrastructure for automatic data submission and reception, while also bolstering the capabilities of institutions to utilize these new solutions.

Authorities anticipate that this development will significantly improve the prevention, investigation, and detection of criminal offenses. Furthermore, it is expected to further strengthen cooperation among EU law enforcement agencies. The project is scheduled to run from April 1, 2026, to December 31, 2027, with an estimated budget of approximately 601,000 euros, including EU funding and co-financing.

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It is expected that this will significantly improve the prevention, investigation, and detection of criminal offenses and further strengthen the cooperation of European Union law enforcement agencies.